What is required for a birth parent relinquishment?

In California, relinquishment of a birth parent’s rights is required for adoption proceedings to move forward. The laws governing relinquishment are in place to ensure the adoption is in the best interest of the child and all parties involved. For the relinquishment to be valid in California, the birth parent must be at least 14 days old and of legal age (18 or older). The birth parent must also be informed of the legal consequences of the relinquishment. The relinquishment process must take place before an adoption agency, public agency, or private adoption attorney. The birth parent must provide documentation that they understand all legal documents and agree to the relinquishment. They must also sign a statement relinquishing their parental rights and consenting to the adoption. In some cases, a judge must review and sign off on the relinquishment for it to be valid. The birth parent may have to appear in court to answer any questions about the situation. Additionally, the birth parent must provide the court or agency with a notarized affidavit swearing they are the child’s parent and that they are voluntarily giving up their rights. This affidavit is usually provided by the adoption agency or attorney. California adoption law requires that relinquishment be in the best interest of the child for the adoption to be valid. It also requires that the birth parent be properly informed and understand the legal consequences of their actions. The relinquishment process must be done before an authorized agency or attorney to make sure all requirements are met.

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